Despite the benefits offered by offsite construction, as a percentage, market is still relatively small. This phenomena complex; but for brevity, includes myriad of factors, not least: lack awareness; supply chain challenges (capacity and knowledge); cultural perception; viable business process models/solutions; paucity skills (design/manufacturing/construction). However, many governments are promoting agenda through various conduits. Given this, CIB Task Group (TG74) developed research...

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to establish manufactured construction as a good potential alternative meet the growing housing needs China. Design/methodology/approach uses literature review and case study research methodologies. Literature used identify need for manufacturing prowess look at how similar problem has been tackled in UK then findings are future direction Findings suggest that there an acute shortage China, same time sector China very strong. Therefore, order...

Surface water samples from Godavari river basin was analyzed quantitatively for the concentration of eight heavy metals such as arsenic, cadmium, chromium, copper, iron, lead, nickel and zinc using atomic absorption spectrophotometer. The data revealed that iron were found to be most abundant in its tributaries. Iron (Fe) recorded highest, while cadmium (Cd) had least concentration. Arsenic, are within acceptable limit BIS (Bureau Indian Standards (BIS) 1050 (2012) Specification drinking...

This paper studies the adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in emerging markets. The factors responsible for BIM are studied context Indian architectural firms. mechanisms diffusion analyzed through a questionnaire survey based on Technology–Organization–Environment (TOE) framework which broadly categorizes influencing along these three dimensions. Data were collected web-based survey. 184 valid responses using descriptive statistics. study found that full potential has been...

Building information modelling (BIM) is being heralded as a remarkable innovation in the built environment sector with expectations of lofty sector-wide improvements. Some countries have shown levels uptake BIM, along way documenting some evidence benefits stemming from BIM. However, such India and China are late entrants BIM adoption journey seeing slower rate. This study develops model using technology–organization–environment framework to factors influencing by architectural firms reasons...

We fabricated solution processed organic phototransistors (OPT) by drop casting regioregular poly 3-hexylthiophene (P3HT) from three different solvents: p-xylene, dichlorobenzene and chloroform. The best performance was obtained for films drop-casted p-xylene with a maximum photosensitivity (P) of 3.8 × 103 responsivity (R) 250 A W − 1 under white light illumination. For deposited chloroform the values P were 1.1 30, respectively, while R 150 35, respectively. value reported here is at least...

Purpose The growth of Indian economy has brought with it significant increase in construction activities. These increased activities have further highlighted the problem waste generation on sites. purpose this paper is to provide important insights and highlight some issues related implementation effective management practices sites India. Design/methodology/approach This presents two cases results from semi‐structured interviews which shed light major issues, challenges drivers associated...

Driven by a plethora of external and internal influences, the construction industry has independently embraced lean principles green initiatives. Prima facie significant synergies have been reported between these two paradigms. It is foreseen that when tapped adopted in unison, paradigms may yield additional benefits for projects. This synergy investigated this research. Further study identifies proposes Building Information Modelling (BIM) as an enabler gaining project outcomes. The uses...

Purpose The purpose of the paper is to investigate critical success factors (CSFs) associated with effectiveness transfer and sharing tacit knowledge in lean agile construction processes. Design/methodology/approach study identifies ten CSFs that initiate transferring knowledge. are validated through quantitative study. This recruited project managers, executives, consultants other managers directly involved management a project. It recruits respondents those have background experience from...

Uncertainty and risk have contributed to the reluctance of U.S. homebuilders embrace new construction technologies. This paper explores one innovative, but underutilized building technology, structural insulated panels (SIPs), its impact on residential process. The presents findings from a side-by-side case study two Habitat for Humanity homes, SIP conventional wood-framing. Although focuses labor productivity cycle time during framing, other key performance metrics are assessed including...

Wireless sensor networks have become incredibly popular due to the Internet of Things' (IoT) rapid development.IoT routing is basis for efficient operation perception-layer network.As a type machine learning, reinforcement learning techniques gained significant attention their successful application in field network communication.In traditional Routing Protocol lowpower and Lossy Networks (RPL) protocol, solve fairness control message transmission between IoT terminals, fair broadcast...

There is a significant increase in the literature on learning resources Higher Education (HE) but very limited evidence of studies that have taken global overview context, range, and emerging trends from previous research. This study aims to conduct Scientometric analysis research articles accommodate under theme HE. 4489 scientific were obtained as dataset Web Of Science database between 1970 2022. Network maps critical data by conducting co-authorship for authors, organisations countries...

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present the findings a workshop organized in New Delhi assess current state green construction India and highlight major drivers challenges faced by sector. Design/methodology/approach data collection for conducted through two sources; survey facilitated brainstorming session. provides an opportunity compare practices global trends sessions platform collect on more subjective, experiential knowledge about India. Findings Some endeavour are:...

High-aspect ratio Cd1−xZnxS (x = 0−1) alloy semiconductor nanowires are reported here for the first time using an ethylenediamine (en)-assisted solvothermal approach. The composition of en−water (en-w) mixed solvent plays a crucial role in determining morphology and crystalline phase middle range x (i.e., when approaches 0.5). A transformation from hexagonal to cubic was observed en-dominated (en/w, 5:1). Nanowires with phases were formed entire increasing water content system 2:1). aspect...

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a model that can be used assess the knowledge retention capabilities an organisation, and suggest opportunities for improvement. A fulfil aim developed validated on construction engineering consultancy. Design/methodology/approach was drawing thorough review literature. through case Semi‐structured interviews were elicit relevant information during study. Findings four‐stage process has been presented. These four steps are socialisation,...

The purpose of the paper is to establish links between Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ) factors that affect occupant productivity and Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) building rating system. analyses current state GSAS using a desktop study, survey brainstorming session organised in workshop with Certified Green Professionals (CGP). study was conducted three steps. First, comprehensive literature review identify IEQ influence offices. second step analysis system criteria...

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to describe the process through which an organization develops organizational capabilities by tapping technical skills and social its employees in use Building Information Modeling (BIM) deliver lean green project outcomes. resulting framework for BIM-based development comprising three hierarchical layers – technology, outcomes explained. Design/methodology/approach For study, BIM has been identified as enabler a achieving on construction projects. Based...

Purpose This paper aims to investigate the potential challenges that hinder effective transfer and sharing of tacit knowledge (knowledge communication [KC]) within a construction supply chain (CSC). Design/methodology/approach study identifies six (through literature review) with 15 positive correlations between them. Quantitative methodology is used validate those challenges. First, data are collected through semi-structured e-survey questionnaire. Afterwards, Frequency Kruskal–Wallis H...

Purpose This purpose of this paper is to examine the organization UAE educational system, its components, their goals, and finally effectiveness. Design/methodology/approach Three elements education system were examined: development; delivery; evaluation feedback. Findings On analysis, it was found that there poor alignment among what developed for, how delivered, evaluated. In order align significant efforts are needed ensure extensive documentation in terms teachers' guides, training...